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Dr. James Whitaker, DO

Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation*MaleAge 44

Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation*

Dr. James Whitaker, DO is a physical medicine & rehabilitation specialist in Boise, ID and has over 13 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from A. T. Still University Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2010. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as St. Luke's Nampa Medical Center and Saint Alphonsus Medical Center - Nampa. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

Dr. James Whitaker, DO

Idaho Joint and Spine

1760 N Mitchell St Boise, ID 83704
Telehealth services available

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(208) 322-5922
Telehealth services available

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  • Explains Conditions Well
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  • Offers Telehealth
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Dr. Whitaker's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Whitaker

4.7

28 ratings, 17 with a written review
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  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Shannon – Apr 10, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
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Nov 15, 2023
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
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Angie – Oct 11, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
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Bernice Brashear – Nov 12, 2021
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
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Kim – Nov 03, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Linda Gilmore – Jun 25, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
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Dan Holbrook – Oct 24, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Julie C. – Jul 12, 2019
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Apr 12, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Cara – Jul 22, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Amy in BOISE – Apr 06, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Desiree Warrell in Boise, ID – Aug 18, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
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Caldwell, ID – May 08, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
6 people found this helpful
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Bre in Boise, ID – Jan 25, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Amanda W. in Nampa, ID – Jan 25, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
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Carla K. in Boise, ID – Jan 25, 2017
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
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Eagle, ID – Jun 22, 2016
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About Me

Care Philosophy

Dr Whitaker believes in taking an integrated approach to improving function and quality of life.  He believes that every patient is unique and deserves a unique treatment plan.

Biography

James Whitaker, D.O., returned home to Idaho in 2014 and opened Idaho Joint and Spine, an independent Osteopathic Physiatry clinic.  He is an alumnus...Read more

Specialties*

  • Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
  • Osteopathic Manipulative Therapy

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

Board Certifications

American Osteopathic Association®
American Osteopathic Board of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation®
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI / COLUMBIA CAMPUS

Residency Hospital, 2014

University of Missouri School of Medicine

Residency Hospital, 2014

Berkshire Medical Center - Berkshire Campus

Internship Hospital, 2012

Berkshire Medical Center

Internship Hospital, 2011

A. T. Still University Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine

Medical School, 2010

Undergraduate Osteopathic Manipulative Fellow-Kcom

2009

Boise State University

Undergraduate School, 2004

Idaho School Of Massage

2003

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    What is Dr. James Whitaker, DO's office address?

    Dr. Whitaker's office is located at 1760 N Mitchell St, Boise, ID 83704. You can find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.

    Locations

    Idaho Joint and Spine

    Idaho Joint and Spine1760 N Mitchell St Boise, ID 83704
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    Idaho Joint and Spine PC9510 W FAIRVIEW AVE Boise, ID 83704
    2

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    Treasure Valley Hospital

    8800 W Emerald St
    Boise, ID 83704
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    92%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    20% higher than the national average

    91%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    10% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

    North Canyon Medical Center

    267 N Canyon Dr
    Gooding, ID 83330
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    94%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    7% higher than the national average

    84%
    Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

    8% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

    St. Luke's Nampa Medical Center

    9850 W St Lukes Dr
    Nampa, ID 83687
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    92%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    8% higher than the national average

    82%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    8% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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